The general minimum wage in Ontario is $17.20 per hour, effective October 1, 2024.
This increase from $16.55 per hour aims to help workers keep up with the rising cost of living.
Minimum wage is the lowest hourly pay rate that an employer can legally pay their employees in Ontario.
It applies to most provincially regulated workers, whether they are full-time, part-time, or hourly.
This includes bartenders and alcohol servers, who previously had a lower minimum wage until January 1, 2022.
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| Minimum Wage Category | Rate | Effective Dates | Next Scheduled Increase |
|---|---|---|---|
| General Minimum Wage | $17.20 per hour | Oct 1, 2024 – Sep 30, 2025 | To be announced |
| Student Minimum Wage | $16.15 per hour | Oct 1, 2024 – Sep 30, 2025 | To be announced |
| Homeworkers Minimum Wage | $18.90 per hour | Oct 1, 2024 – Sep 30, 2025 | To be announced |
| Hunting, Fishing, Wilderness Guides | $85.95 (less than 5 hours/day) $171.90 (5 or more hours/day) | Oct 1, 2024 – Sep 30, 2025 | To be announced |
Note: Future increases will be announced by the Ontario government.
| Effective Date | General Minimum Wage Rate |
|---|---|
| Oct 1, 2024 – Sep 30, 2025 | $17.20 per hour |
| Oct 1, 2023 – Sep 30, 2024 | $16.55 per hour |
| Oct 1, 2022 – Sep 30, 2023 | $15.50 per hour |
| Jan 1, 2022 – Sep 30, 2022 | $15.00 per hour |
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